Antique Repro French Fashion Doll 19", Smiling Bru Jumeau Bride Doll, Seely Body

Description

Antique Reproduction French Fashion Doll 19"
- Smiling Bru Bride Doll, Seeley Body
Bridal Couture
This gorgeous doll is dressed in an exquisite satin Bridal gown with delicate lace trim and a ruffled bustle and sweeping chapel train. The gown is designed with a high Victorian neckline and pleated bodice, with Juliet sleeves (a fitted long sleeve with gathered puff at shoulder).
The waist is cinched at the back with a lovely oversized satin bow and the back has tiny pearl button faux closures (the actual closures are hidden hook and eyes). On the side of the gown, another oversized satin bow is placed as a signature accent to the exquisite gown design.
The gown is expertly crafted, including a finished underside and a walking-cut underskirt.  The bride is wearing a simple camisole and pantaloons under the gown. Notice her lovely (quality bridal shoes and socks). The bridal ensemble is completed with a pearl headband, hip-length bridal veil with adjustable blusher (a veil that covers the face). She is wearing a fabulous gold-tone leaf and pearl brooch at her neckline (Could it be her "something borrowed?). She wears a pair of coordinating (tiny) pearl earrings. (These will be packed separately in the box so they don't fall out of her pierced ears during shipping.) She is carrying a white rose bridal bouquet with flowing satin ribbons.
Doll Body and Head
The Smiling Bru doll head is finely sculpted and painted with delicate and expert details, and has an attached cork pate. Her glass eyes are a hazel blue color. An unattached fine-quality wig provides her luscious auburn (or red) flowing locks, pulled aside with white satin ribbons.  Her body has an attached sticker marked "Real Seeley Body."
The manufacturer describes the body as "
GERMAN composition bodies by Seeley. These bodies all have wooden ball joints and are truly unbreakable. They have the look and feel of old. Because these bodies are reproductions of actual antiques, they contain the unique features and "flaws" of the originals. In most cases they are fully articulated, have good hand detail, and may be positioned in the way you choose."
A white metal doll stand is included.
Thank you for your interest! Happy to answer any questions.